Lidl calls on contractors to help expand store estate
Lidl has called on contractors to sign up to events aimed at forging new relationships and engaging with existing partners, as it looks to open hundreds of new stores in the UK.
The events will take place throughout July in Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham, and Southampton – and will be hosted by Lidl’s dedicated property and construction teams.
Lidl said the events will provide contractors with the opportunity to learn about opportunities to work with the supermarket retailer, whilst also gaining insight into its structure, processes and requirements.
The events follow a year of significant investment for Lidl, with the retailer previously announcing a wish list of locations, including major cities such as Edinburgh, Leeds, Liverpool, and London.
Richard Taylor, Lidl GB chief development officer, said: “As we celebrate our 30th year, our commitment to ensuring that all households across the country have access to high-quality produce at affordable prices is stronger than ever. We’re planning to open hundreds of new Lidl stores and the contractors that we work with are essential in supporting this ambition.
“That is exactly why we’re hosting these events in Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham and Southampton. It not only gives us a chance to meet new contacts and engage with existing partners, but also presents them with the opportunity to speak firsthand with the relevant teams here at Lidl. We would therefore encourage anyone interested in attending to sign up.”
Lidl has been the fastest-growing bricks-and-mortar supermarket chain in the UK over the past nine months. This year marks the retailer’s 30th year in Britain, and it is celebrating a record-high market share of 8.1%.